DeWalt XR LI-ION DCMAS5713 Original Instructions Manual page 31

Powerhead (Fig. D)

WARNING: To reduce risk of injury:
• Before any use, be sure everyone using this unit
reads and understands all manufacturer's safety
instructions and other information contained in
manufacturer's manual.
• Never apply power without an attachment being
properly mounted to the powerhead.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and remove the battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories, or prior to
cleaning. An accidental start-up can cause injury.
The powerhead can separate from the attachment by turning
the knob 20 counterclockwise and gently pulling them apart
by their poles , .
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This should only be done with the power switch off and the
battery pack removed. Inside the upper powerhead pole
a mechanical coupling that will spin if the powerhead is turned
on. This coupling can cause severe injury if contacted while the
powerhead is operating.
nOtE: A double shoulder harness is required if the mass of the
tool and battery pack exceed 7.5 kg.
Attaching and Adjusting the Shoulder Strap
(Fig. E)

WARNING: The shoulder strap should only be slung over
one shoulder and not across the body.

WARNING: Use of a shoulder strap
using this tool.
Attach the strap to the tool as shown in Fig. E and adjust for
proper balance and support.
1. Attach the strap mount.
2. Snap the shoulder strap latch
mount 7 located on the unit, just in front of the ON/OFF
trigger as shown in Fig. E. Adjust the strap so it fits over
your shoulder and provides proper balance and support.
OPERATION
Instructions for Use

WARNING: Always observe the safety instructions and
applicable regulations.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An accidental
start-up can cause injury.
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8 is required while
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Proper Hand Position (Fig. A, E)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS use proper hand position as shown.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a
sudden reaction.

WARNING: Hold the tool using only the designated
gripping surfaces: The powerhead handle and the
auxiliary handle.

WARNING: Do not use the pole as a gripping surface.
Proper hand position requires one hand on the powerhead
handle and one hand on the auxiliary handle
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Switching On and Off (Fig. A, G)
To turn the appliance on, push the lock‑off tab
squeeze the lock‑off lever 2
switch . To turn the appliance off, release the variable speed
1
trigger switch and lock‑off lever.

WARNING: Never attempt to lock the trigger in the
on position.
Speed Control Switch (Fig. A, G)
This attachment gives you the choice to operate at a more
efficient speed to extend the runtime for larger jobs, or
accelerate the tool speed for high‑ performance cutting.
to extend runtime, pull the speed control switch
toward the battery housing into the "LO" position. This mode is
best for larger projects that require more time to complete.
to accelerate the attachment, push the speed control switch
forward toward the auxillary handle into the "HI" position. This
mode is best to cut through heavier growth and for applications
that need higher RPM.
nOtE: When in "HI" mode, runtime will be decreased as
compared to when attachment is in "LO" mode.
MAINTENANCE
Your power tool has been designed to operate over a long
period of time with a minimum of maintenance. Continuous
satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool care and
regular cleaning.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An accidental
start-up can cause injury.
The charger and battery pack are not serviceable.
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Lubrication
Your power tool requires no additional lubrication.
EngLIsh
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3 forward,
and then the variable speed trigger
5 back
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